Damn ladies, if your workplace culture is a ‘mare, this episode is a must!
In the last few months, I have spoken to many women who are the types who always crush it at work. That is until a significant change takes place. A change so big that it feels like the very fabric of their workplace has been ripped apart.
And so, in this episode of my podcast, LifeCheck Yourself, I wanted to explore the intricate dynamics of modern workplace culture. When Marie Gervais popped into my life recently, I knew she would be a lighthouse for the women in my tribe facing this kind of challenge.
Marie is a visionary leadership coach and author of The Spirit of Work. Together, we uncovered actual real-time strategies you can use to bring joy, emotional well-being, and resilience back into your professional life. (even when everyone around you seems completely incompetent). You will learn some powerful techniques like nervous system regulation, conscious communication, and how to foster next-level self-awareness to create a thriving, productive environments in the face of volatility, even when it seems like the cards are stacked against you.
Bottom Line: Here’s What You Need to Know
Regulate Before You React: Emotional intelligence begins with managing your nervous system.
Loneliness Is a Silent Epidemic: Connection is the cornerstone of workplace joy and productivity.
Joy Is Sustainable: Resilience practices replace burnout with enduring happiness and growth.
Check Out These Bits and Bobs, Timestamps Included:
Nervous System Regulation for Emotional Intelligence (15:25)
Calmness starts with self-awareness and breathing, which can shift the fight-or-flight response. Recognizing the body’s signals leads to better decision-making and emotional regulation.“The only autonomic function we can control is breathing. Start there, and you calm the nervous system."
Practicing conscious breathing allows for emotional clarity, creating space to respond rather than react impulsively, even in high-stress environments.
Overcoming Workplace Loneliness (32:10)
Virtual and hybrid work environments have amplified isolation. Building intentional connections combats loneliness and revitalizes workplace culture.
“Workplace loneliness isn’t just inconvenient—it’s a direct barrier to career growth and emotional well-being."
Addressing loneliness fosters creativity, collaboration, and satisfaction, making intentional check-ins and shared activities essential for maintaining a sense of belonging.
Resilience and the Power of Acceptance (47:50)
Resilience is built gradually by accepting current emotions and taking small, deliberate steps toward growth. Joy comes from embracing what is, rather than pushing through with force.
"Resilience isn’t about toughness; it’s about recognizing your limits and gently expanding them."
Acceptance reduces resistance and opens doors to change. This practice nurtures sustainable joy, replacing burnout with lasting fulfillment.
Top Post-It Worthy Mantras To Remember :
"Dopamine hits from stress are fleeting; joy is sustained when resilience becomes a habit."
"Acceptance is not passive—it’s the gateway to meaningful action and growth."
"The workplace can be a sanctuary of joy when leaders foster safety, wellness, and learning."
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